Alum/SPCHS Grad Rises To The Top!

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Hailey Morneault was a little red-headed girl from St. Anthony School who had a number of dreams from the very start. She dreamed of being the best she could be. She didn't shy away from dashing around the court when she played for her alma mater's basketball team. Hailey achieved high honors consistently in her middle school years, and she received a number of subject area awards for her stellar accomplishments. She sprouted early as a leader in her small Catholic grammar school. Most important, though, is that she didn't let any of her gifts take away from her humility, her eagerness to persevere, and her willingness to share her abilities with students who needed a helping hand.

As she journeyed on to St. Paul Catholic High School in the fall of 2009, Hailey's dreams matured along with her. he became even more active in her pursuits of her dreams. Hailey has been on the school volleyball and basketball teams, continuing on in her dream to work collaboratively with others. She excelled in French and became an active member of the SPCHS French club. Her leadership has manifested into her passion for membership in the Blue Key Club, in which capacity Hailey is instrumental in welcoming new students to her beloved St. Paul. Most recently, Hailey received a most prestigious honor. Dr. Dale Hoyt, the Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Hartford, recognized 37 seniors across Connecticut for maintaining a 98 average over the course of their four high school years. Hailey Morneault was named one of Dr. Hoyt's Summa Scholars on April 29.

As a culmination to her years of dreaming and persevering, a most deserved recognition and honor was earned by Hailey, and was announced on May 21. Hailey Morneault, the little red-head from St. Anthony's turned SPCHS scholar, was named the Valedictorian of the Class of 2013. After her graduation at St. Joseph Cathedral in Hartford on June 7, Hailey will bring her new dreams to the University of Connecticut, where she plans to pursue medicine.

The Saint Anthony School family sends our love, support, and congratulations to the little girl we knew would dream "big".